Founded in 1992, The Academy of Australian and New Zealand Prosthodontists is the peak body for the specialty of Prosthodontics. Our mission is to promote the highest standards of dental and general health for the community through the delivery of specialist prosthodontic services with expert knowledge and care.

What is Prosthodontics?

“Prosthodontics” is that specialty of dentistry devoted to the rehabilitation and maintenance of oral health, function and aesthetics, through the restoration of teeth and the replacement of teeth and associated tissues.

The specialty of prosthodontics is recognised by all regulatory bodies in Australia and New Zealand. These include the Australian Dental Council, the Dental Board of Australia, the New Zealand Dental Council, the Australian Dental Association, the New Zealand Dental Association and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. “Their qualification is your guarantee”

What is a Prosthodontist?

A PROSTHODONTIST is a dental specialist, trained to expertly restore and replace teeth and dedicated to the highest standards of care in the restoration and replacement of teeth.

They have undertaken 3 additional years of rigorous university and hospital based training after completing dental school. Prosthodontists are also considered the “architect” of the dental treatment plan. They regularly lead teams of allied dental specialists and other health professionals to develop the best possible solution for your dental needs.